Yoriki Shrine

Address 1-35-8 Higashishinagawa, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo

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Introduction

The guardian of Ryoshimachi. The two doors of the main shrine have relief art of master plasterer Irie Chohachi who was active in the late Edo to Meiji period. There is also a fishery monument from the Edo period with the history of Shinagawa-ura engraved.

Historical and attractive buildings

A shrine that was rebuilt in the Meiji period, guarded by a fisherman town. There are many highlights such as the stone statue of the Kappa Samurai dog with a plate on the head, the vibrant dragon in the worship hall, and the wooden sculpture of the lion. It is ruby (stucco work). It is located on the inner door of the main hall, and on the right is Hikomei Saruta (Sartahikomikoto), on the upper left is Amaterasu Okamikami, and on the lower is Tenjoujomei (Amenouzumenomikoto). A painting by Izu Chohachi, based on an ancient story, is designated as a cultural asset by Shinagawa City.

* A spot for a one-day public event “Open Shinaken” for historic and attractive buildings in the city

* Since the interior is small, admission may be restricted.
* Because it is a sacred place, please take good sensible actions.